NIANTIC, CT—Robert Allen Regan, of Niantic, CT, died peacefully on February 20, 2024 at the age 91. He is survived by his two sisters, Ione Bartells and Marianne Sackett, daughters, Lisa Feltes and Amy Jonsson (Eric); grandchildren, Logan, Cooper, Brooke, and Brandon; great-grandchildren, Nora and Julia, and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Allen … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Musician Robert Allen Regan of Niantic, Remembrance Celebration to be Held in Old Lyme, March 10
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Freshman Fiske on Fire Leading Old Lyme to Victory Over Coginchaug with Thrilling 35 Points
OLD LYME—Playing away, Wednesday evening, Old Lyme pulled off a huge win against the Coginchaug Blue Devils in a high-scoring game that saw the Wildcats score 31 out of a possible 40 points from the free-throw line. The final score of 76-64 included a remarkable 35 points from Wildcat freshman Eddie Fiske, 13 of which were free throw points out of a possible 18 Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Freshman Fiske on Fire Leading Old Lyme to Victory Over Coginchaug with Thrilling 35 Points
State Senator Martha Marx Announces Re-Election Campaign for 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
NEW LONDON, CT: State Senator Martha Marx (D-20th) has announced a re-election campaign for her seat representing the 20th District, which includes Old Lyme, as well as Bozrah, East Lyme, Montville, New London, Old Saybrook, Salem and Waterford. Marx was first elected to the General Assembly in 2022. “As a career nurse, the one issue that will always be closest to my heart … [Read more...] about State Senator Martha Marx Announces Re-Election Campaign for 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
Death Announced of Joan Law, Mother of Kimberly Rice of Old Lyme
On a cold winters night with blustery winds, January 23.2024, our beautiful mom passed away peacefully with family and her faithful dog beside her. Joan was born March 13,1935 to William and Marion Reiss in New Haven CT ... She met the love of her life, Charles Sayward Law, and they married 1957. Together they raised three daughters in a home by the water in Clinton, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Joan Law, Mother of Kimberly Rice of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Richard Sapia, 60; Graduate of Lyme-Old Lyme HS
NEW LONDON/OLD LYME - Richard Sapia, 60, died unexpectedly in New London, where he lived, Jan. 5, 2024. Richard was born in Wethersfield, April 27, 1963, the seventh of nine children. The family moved to Old Lyme in 1979, where he attended school and graduated from Old Lyme High School.Richard, also known as Rich and Richie...loved Hawks Nest Beach ...... In the last years of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard Sapia, 60; Graduate of Lyme-Old Lyme HS
Death Announced of Arthur Tappen Soper, 89, Formerly of Lyme, Conn.
NEW CANAAN, CONN. -- Arthur Tappen Soper, 89, of New Canaan, died Wednesday, Nov. 15, at his home. Born in Manhattan to Leslie Bliss Soper and Talia Fairchild Soper, he resided in Bronxville, N.Y., Kusnacht, Switzerland, and Lyme, Conn., before moving to New Canaan in 2018. Tappen attended Trinity School in Manhattan, was a member of Lawrenceville … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Arthur Tappen Soper, 89, Formerly of Lyme, Conn.
Full, Unofficial Results of Nov. 7 Election for Old Lyme
OLD LYME: A total of 3,535 Old Lyme electors cast their votes in yesterday's municipal election. This total includes absentee ballots and people who both registered to vote yesterday and voted the same day. The candidates who have been elected are in bold in the listing below. A recount is predicted for the third seat on the Region 18 Board of Education between Alexander … [Read more...] about Full, Unofficial Results of Nov. 7 Election for Old Lyme
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Gaudio, Willis to Old Lyme Planning Commission; Both are Experienced, Competent Gatekeepers for Community.
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to strongly urge the voters in Old Lyme to re-elect Barbara Gaudio and Donald Willis to the Planning Commission on November 7th. The importance of the Planning Commission’s work cannot be overstated. The Planning Commission members are the gatekeepers for prudent and sensible property development in Old Lyme. These two … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Gaudio, Willis to Old Lyme Planning Commission; Both are Experienced, Competent Gatekeepers for Community.
Death Announced of Benjamin A. “Bunny” Bourn, 98, of Old Lyme; He Stormed Utah Beach on D-Day, His Company Liberated Buchenwald Concentration Camp
OLD LYME -- Benjamin A. "Bunny" Bourn, 98, of Old Lyme, died Oct. 10, 2023 ...He attended local schools and after high school enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II. He stormed Utah Beach on D-Day and fought in the Third Army through all five American Campaigns in France, Luxembourg, and Germany. His company liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in April 1945. He spoke … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Benjamin A. “Bunny” Bourn, 98, of Old Lyme; He Stormed Utah Beach on D-Day, His Company Liberated Buchenwald Concentration Camp
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Region 18 BOE, Comprises Three Dedicated, Experienced Incumbents and Newcomer Presti with Multiple Strengths
To the Editor: The Old Lyme Voters have two candidates Steven Wilson and Suzanne Thompson who are running for re-election to the Board of Education. I have been working with Steven and Suzanne for two years on the BOE. It is a honor to work with both of these individuals due to their dedication, experience, and knowledge of District 18 Schools. As a new Board Member I … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Region 18 BOE, Comprises Three Dedicated, Experienced Incumbents and Newcomer Presti with Multiple Strengths
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Republican Incumbents on Old Lyme Board of Finance to Maintain Sound Fiscal Stewardship
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to inform the voters of Old Lyme just how capable our Board of Finance Members are. I have been a member of the Board of Finance for almost 20 years and it’s Chair for 16 of those years. I do so to ask you to vote for the Republican incumbents running for our Board of Finance this year. Here is the why in this ask: This … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote for Republican Incumbents on Old Lyme Board of Finance to Maintain Sound Fiscal Stewardship
Death Announced of James R. Taylor, 76, Father of Susan Mayne of Old Lyme
James R. Taylor, 76, of Parker, Colo.—husband of Ruth; father of Laura Cantillo of Scottsdale, AZ, Susan Mayne of Old Lyme, CT, and Paul Taylor of Houston, TX; grandfather of Zachary, Taylor, Alex, Daniel, Sarah, and David. Born in Phoenixville, Pa., passed away September 26, 2-23 in Parker, Colo. Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, Korea, President of Mountain States … [Read more...] about Death Announced of James R. Taylor, 76, Father of Susan Mayne of Old Lyme
Letter From Paris: Let the Games Begin … in Paris … in 2024!
The countdown has started for the Summer Olympic Games 2024 (or J.O. [Jeux Olympiques] 2024 as the French say) and the excitement is growing. The dates are July 26 through Aug. 11, and Aug. 28 through Sept. 8 for the Special Olympics . Paris will be the host of the events. The interface of an historical city like Paris with venues for sporting events should be magical while … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Let the Games Begin … in Paris … in 2024!
Currach Rowers Conclude Regatta With Award of Perpetual Trophy
NEW LONDON: For the first time, the New London Currach Rowers presented a trophy at their annual Regatta to the champion team of their annual New London Regatta held Saturday, July 29. In addition to awarding medals to teams for separate races, the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), John P. Holland Local Division, sponsored and presented a large trophy recognizing the team … [Read more...] about Currach Rowers Conclude Regatta With Award of Perpetual Trophy
A View From My Porch: Some Funny Things Happened on the Way to the Celebration
The celebration: “Rock the Phoebe’s” joyful acknowledgement of the century and a quarter anniversary of the founding of Old Lyme’s Phoebe Griffin Noyes (PGN) Library in 1898 was scheduled for the evening of June 23. The funny things: A letter, signed by 23 members of the Greater Old Lyme community was sent to the library on May 25. This was then followed … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: Some Funny Things Happened on the Way to the Celebration